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Whatcom Falls – Whirlpool Falls loop from Whirlpool Falls

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Whatcom Falls – Whirlpool Falls loop from Whirlpool Falls

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3.4

(14)

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Whatcom Falls – Whirlpool Falls loop from Whirlpool Falls

02:53

45.7km

520m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 43.5 km for 96 m

After 44.1 km for 96 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.55 km

Bullard Lake

Highlight • Lake

Nestled amongst a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, shrubs, and grasses, the lake provides a serene escape. Previously a swampy environment, the lake now boasts a peaceful atmosphere.

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13.3 km

Lake Samish

Lake

14.1 km

Lake Samish

Highlight • Lake

Enjoy the amazing views of Lake Samish and the deep greenery that surrounds the shores! The lake is open to fishing, boating, rowing, and you can even swim or rent pedal boats!

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43.6 km

Stone Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Works Progress Administration built the Stone bridge in 1940 using repurposed Chuckanut sandstone. From the bridge you will get a great view of Whatcom Falls.

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43.8 km

Whatcom Falls is accessible via a short paved path from the parking lot off Lakeway Drive. There is a small pool at the bottom that is sometimes used for swimming. It is a small fall but is quite noisy, which is why it is named Whatcom, a native word meaning noisy water.

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44.1 km

Whirlpool Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Whirlpool Falls is the most popular falls and swimming spot in Whatcom Falls park.

There is an 8-foot waterfall that is surrounded by 20 to 25 foot cliffs. The pool at the bottom of the falls is deep, so on a nice day, you can normally find people swimming in the water.

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45.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.7 km

3.97 km

1.39 km

727 m

Surfaces

43.9 km

727 m

610 m

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Thursday 25 June

22°C

14°C

45 %

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Whatcom Falls – Whirlpool Falls loop from Whirlpool Falls

Bullard Lake

Lake Samish

Stone Bridge

Whatcom Falls

Whirlpool Falls

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